What is Mathematical Proficiency? How do you define mathematical proficiency? Had I been asked this question early in my teaching career, I might have defined it as the ability to solve problems efficiently and accurately. In the back of my mind, I might have thought it meant having good...
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Uncovering the Link Between Literacy and Social Studies
Elementary teachers lay the foundation for instilling a lifelong love of learning and a deep understanding of foundational skills about the...
Current research suggests that high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) together with an understanding of research-based instructional strategies...
Everyone wants to do what’s best for students. It can feel overwhelming to meet the training requirements for the gifted and talented program...
Nurturing a Growth Mindset in Math
Some of the consistent difficulties that ALL educators are confronted with include challenging behaviors and decreased motivation. It can be...
Welcome to your first year as a Secondary Reading Language Arts teacher! Whether you just graduated from college with an education degree or you...
Top Apps for Dyslexic Students to Enhance Literacy Skills this Summer
Harnessing Technology to Empower Dyslexic Learners During the Summer Summer break is an ideal time for students to relax, rejuvenate, and engage in...
When I taught fourth-grade science in July 2020, I discovered the classroom textbooks had copyright dates of 1992, almost two decades before my...
School librarians play an essential role in developing literacy skills by creating an environment that values and encourages students to read for...
Now that school is over for the year, what are some ways to keep our students enriched and still learning during the summer break? What are some...